by Madeline Bruser | Jun 13, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
(This article was originally published in August, 2019.) I had a tough time transitioning back to New York City after teaching the Art of Practicing Institute’s summer program this year. I’d spent the week on the spacious, green campus of Edinboro University, with its... by Madeline Bruser | May 29, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
As Tuesday’s deadline approaches for applying for the Transformative Piano Master Class Series, I’ve been moved by the motivation and bravery of each applicant in trying something new and different. Whatever their particular concerns are, they’re... by Madeline Bruser | May 25, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
Deep down inside, is there something you want to change in your playing? Do you want a stronger technique? Greater freedom of expression? More powerful confidence onstage? These things can happen at the Transformative Piano Master Class Series: Connecting Mindfulness,... by Madeline Bruser | May 10, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
Ever wonder, in the middle of practicing, what happened to the love of music that inspired you to play in the first place? Don’t get a divorce! There’s an amazing way to get the joy back. Learn the Body and Sound Awareness technique on May 19 at my free interactive... by Madeline Bruser | May 4, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
Mindfulness isn’t what you think! Let’s take this story from Laura‘s lesson. Laura played Chopin’s gorgeous and super challenging F minor Ballade. She’d improved a lot since her previous lesson—was really starting to get the piece under her belt. But it just didn’t... by Madeline Bruser | Apr 15, 2026 | Mindful Practicing
Four string players came to my studio several years ago for some coaching. They said they had “learned” a movement of a Brahms Quartet in a week, and they sat down and played it for me. Although they had “learned” the notes, I could instantly tell that they weren’t...